JAMB Government 2000 Question 25

Question 25

Constitutional Development in Nigeria

Federalism was introduced in Nigeria under the

  1. A.Richards Constitution
  2. B.Lyttleton Constitution
  3. C.Macpherson Constitution
  4. D.Independence Constitution
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Lyttleton Constitution)

Explanation

The 1954 Lyttleton Constitution made Nigeria a true federation, dividing power between the central government and the regions.